VoxEU Video

Building effective and functioning cities

  • 19 Oct 2016

There is strong correlation between cities and wealth. In this video, Edward Glaeser explains why cities and urbanisation foster prosperity and development. This video was recorded at the International Growth Centre.

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VoxEU Talk

Clearing the path to growth

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  • Development
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  • Political Economy